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Careers &Business
ACCOUNTING, BOOKKEEPING & FINANCE
Accounting Fundamentals
Demand for accounting professionals currently exceeds supply. If you’re
interested in increasing your financial awareness while also gaining a
marketable skill, this course is for you. You’ll learn the basics of double-
entry bookkeeping, as well as how to analyze and record financial
transactions. You’ll get hands-on experience with handling accounts
receivable, accounts payable, payroll procedures, sales taxes, and various
common banking activities. We’ll cover all the bases, from writing checks
to preparing an income statement and closing out accounts at the end
of each fiscal period. Whether you’re a sole proprietor looking to manage
your business finances or you simply want to gain an understanding
of accounting basics for career advancement or for personal use, this
course will give you a solid foundation in financial matters. Course Revised
November 2014.
ONL223 | 6 weeks | $109 fee
INSTRUCTOR: CE Instructor
5916 Online 4/8–6/10
5245 Online 7/1–8/12
Accounting Fundamentals II
While it is true that accounting professionals are scarce, those with
corporate accounting experience are even more rare. This course will build
on the knowledge you gained in Charlene Messier’s online Accounting
Fundamentals course (or another introductory accounting course) to
provide you with a solid understanding of corporate accounting practices.
In Accounting Fundamentals II, you’ll explore such topics as special
journals, uncollectible accounts receivable, plant assets, depreciation,
notes and interest, accrued revenue and expenses, dividends, retained
earnings, and various financial reports for corporations. If you’re
interested in increasing your financial awareness and accountability while
also gaining a marketable skill, this is the course for you. Course Revised
February 2015.
ONL224 | 6 weeks | $109 fee
INSTRUCTOR: CE Instructor
5919 Online 4/8–6/10
5246 Online 7/1–8/12
QuickBooks Levels I & II
Get the full picture of your business performance and discover the new
tools available in QuickBooks 2015. QuickBooks is the premier accounting
software package for small to mid-sized businesses. Take charge of
your business or develop your skills for the workplace. This course
offers hands-on instruction from experienced CPAs. Share real world
experiences in class discussions. You will learn how to set up a company
file, work with customers and vendors, use basic banking tasks, track
physical inventory, prepare balance sheets and accounts, process payroll,
provide estimates and time tracking, and generate custom reports and
forms. Prerequisites: Basic computer skills and file management and some
familiarity with accounting concepts.
Note: This course has textbook requirements.
SMB212 | 24 hours | $349 ($259 tuition + $90 fees)
INSTRUCTOR: Bev Stitely
5194 MW 5:30pm – 8:30pm 7/18–8/10 FCC/E100
Introduction to QuickBooks 2013
Learn how to quickly and efficiently gain control over the financial aspects
of your small business with this powerful accounting software program. In
12 lessons, you’ll master the tools you’ll need to set up a chart of accounts;
reconcile your checking account; create and print invoices, receipts,
and statements; track your payables, inventory, and receivables; create
estimates; and generate reports. With QuickBooks, you get the same ease
of use of Quicken coupled with a more traditional approach to accounting
to meet the needs of small to mid-sized businesses. Whether you’re new
to QuickBooks or have already used earlier versions of this accounting
software program, this course will empower you to take control of
financial accounting for your business. QuickBooks Premier is required for
this course.
ONL162 | 6 weeks | $139 fee
INSTRUCTOR: CE Instructor
7923 Online 4/8–6/10
5242 Online 7/1–8/12
CAREERS & BUSINESS
Online Course
Eligible for senior tuition waiver.
Eligible for disabled & retired tuition waiver.
See pages 62-64.
Note: ONL classes start the Wednesday of the second full week of each
month. During the registration process you will select the month to begin the
class. Students will have six (6) weeks from the class start date to complete
the class.
* For qualified applicants. Additional information and assistance is available.
As one of the nation’s One-Stop Career Centers, Frederick
County Workforce Services (FCWS) links businesses in
need of qualified employees with individuals seeking
employment opportunities. FCWS assists job seekers by
providing free professional services including:
• Career assessment • Resume review
• Training scholarships* • Job search seminars
Contact us at 301.600.2255
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